1995 BMW 330 vs. 1972 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1995 BMW 330 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,752 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Mustang (330 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1995 BMW 330. (193 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Mustang weights approximately 91 kg more than 1995 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1972 Ford Mustang (502 Nm) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW 330. (280 Nm). This means 1972 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 330 | 1972 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 330 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 5752 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 502 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1486 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
